God of War: Sons of Sparta Shadow Drops, Greek Trilogy Remake Confirmed

February 17, 2026 – God of War fans received a significant surprise this week with the shadow drop of God of War: Sons of Sparta and the official announcement of a remake of the original God of War trilogy. The announcements came during a PlayStation State of Play presentation on February 12, 2026, marking a major celebration of the franchise’s 20th anniversary.

God of War: Sons of Sparta – A Modern 2D Adventure

God of War: Sons of Sparta is a 2D action platformer developed by Mega Cat Studios in collaboration with Santa Monica Studio. Available now on PlayStation 5, the game explores a canon story set during Kratos’ youth, focusing on his rigorous training at the Agoge alongside his brother, Deimos. The game is available in a standard edition for $29.99 USD / €29.99 / £24.99 and a digital deluxe edition for $39.99 USD / €39.99 / £32.99, which includes extra weapons, gear, PSN avatars, a digital artbook, and a soundtrack.

The game features TC Carson reprising his role as the adult Kratos, serving as the story’s narrator. Players will see Kratos learn deadly skills utilizing a spear and shield, and harness divine artifacts known as the Gifts of Olympus to overcome various enemies. The game’s combat is designed to capture the kinetic feel of the core God of War series within the metroidvania genre.

Kratos will explore diverse environments including forests, swamps, mines, snowy mountain tops, and temples, each presenting unique obstacles and challenges.

Original God of War Trilogy Remake in Development

Santa Monica Studio confirmed that a complete remake of the original God of War trilogy is currently in early development. The announcement featured the legendary voice actor TC Carson, who originally brought Kratos to life in the Greek saga. Details regarding the remake are currently limited, and the studio has requested patience from fans as development progresses. They aim to provide a substantial update when more information becomes available.

A Milestone for the God of War Franchise

These announcements mark a significant milestone for the God of War franchise, celebrating two decades since the release of the first game in March 2005. The release of Sons of Sparta and the commitment to remaking the original trilogy demonstrate Santa Monica Studio’s dedication to honoring the series’ legacy and engaging its passionate fanbase.

Source: PlayStation Blog, GamingBible, VGC